Best YM Podcasts (2024)

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Ep. 26 Is My Teen ready to Date? 34:06

4d ago34:06

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In this episode, we mention a great group, Axis.org. With their permission, we use one of their resources, an article on Teen Dating, which you can access here. Teen dating can be a scary time for your teen, and also you as a parent. Join Steve and Matt as they wade into these waters.By Matt Coleman

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3. TUUDI 42:33

4d ago42:33

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At 23 years old, TUUDI is expressing and creating with an innate passion. She brings an ocean of vulnerability as fuel for her direction. Her music, simply put, is an immersion, a journey through all human emotions. We have deep appreciation and gratitude for her openness and undefended nature, which brings this episode home and speaks to some very…

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Ep. 25 - The Church 33:25

19d ago33:25

33:25

Have you ever heard someone say "I don't have to go to church to be a Christian?" or maybe "My faith is private, and I don't need to involve other people with that." Steve and Matt discuss what the church is, and why we need it. You may be a person that has been hurt by a church or church people. You've come to the right place! Join the guys as the…

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2. Si Connelly 1:03:56

20d ago1:03:56

1:03:56

My word, SO many brilliant bumper sticker quotes from this episode. Si has a way of speaking in metaphors, painting pictures in our minds. Listening to him talk, as well as perform, is to be hypnotised & transported. His profound life experience offers rare perspectives on situations that we all face, in our own unique ways, drawn from his own life…

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Ep. 24 - YM - Values and Goals 37:02

1M ago37:02

37:02

This episode was a question sent in by a listener. As a new youth minister, he was wondering what advice or wisdom Steve had when it comes to setting values and goals for your youth ministry. Listen up YM's, this one has some great advice for building the culture in your ministry!By Matt Coleman

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1. Dan Cavicchia - AKA 'Casablanca' 41:41

1M ago41:41

41:41

We were all pretty nervous while preparing for our first real guest interview until we jumped in. Dan was so enthusiastic for this project. Such a talented man and wide open to share his experiences. He tells his stories with generosity and courageous vulnerability, while also talking about some of the deepest parts of the queer experience: open re…

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Ep. 23 (LIVE!) Bible Translations 33:00

2M ago33:00

33:00

Have you ever wondered what translation of the Bible is right for you? Check out this episode where we discuss (with some of our friends!) what translation(s) we use and why. Check out this website for a great comprehensive list of Bible translations from Logos bible software. https://wiki.logos.com/Bible_Translation_Spectrum Intro music: Wes Cepin…

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CRiC 2024 Sport Coaching Review Q&A with Prof. Robyn Jones and Dr Charlie Corsby 53:34

2M ago53:34

53:34

It's the final episode of the season and our final episode from the 2024 CRiC conference. This episode is a live recording of a panel with Prof. Robyn Jones and Dr. Charlie Corsby on publishing in Sports Coaching Review. After a short introduction about their roles in the journal, they took questions from the audience. We'll be back in your feed so…

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Ep. 22 - Lasting Marriage Part 2 32:32

2M ago32:32

32:32

This is part 2 in the conversation where the guys talk about how to have a lasting marriage. Make sure you check out part 1 before jumping into this one.By Matt Coleman

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Chris and Teri's Episode Zero - It's a thing, apparently. 22:03

2M ago22:03

22:03

Hello! So happy you're here with us! This is a bit of a sneak preview... We're putting this episode out ahead of all the others just to test the systems and not telling anyone. It gives us a couple of weeks for the remaining song licenses to come through and for the two of us to hide a little longer. If you've found this, please be kind... it get's…

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Graduation Special Episode! 1:11:36

2M ago1:11:36

1:11:36

It's graduation! The SC Hub podcast joins the celebrations by releasing a very special episode! Oli sat down with 3 of our 2024 graduates: Katie Battishill, Josh Williams and Evan Kennedy. During this episode, they looked back at their first steps in HE, the challenges of being an undergraduate student, and looked at what the future reserves for th…

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Ep. 21 - Lasting Marriage Part 1 31:39

2M ago31:39

31:39

Have you ever seen and elderly couple that acts like they are newlyweds? How do you get there? Steve and Matt talk about how to have a lasting marriage in this first of a two-part conversation.By Matt Coleman

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CRiC 2024 Review with Dr Ed Hall 47:51

2M ago47:51

47:51

In this episode, we are delighted to welcome to the podcast Dr Ed Hall (Northumbria University). Ed is CRiC's Conference Officer and was the driving force behind the 2024 conference. He shared his conference reflections, challenges and highlights. Also, he discussed the shared his vision for future conferences. Enjoy! CRiC website: https://cricspor…

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Ep. 20 Rebellious Kids 35:57

3M ago35:57

35:57

What do you do when you have kids that are rebellious? How do you show them love even when you've had it up to here? Steve and Matt talk through raising kids and being parents, even when it gets tough.By Matt Coleman

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Noel Dempsey 14:56

3M ago14:56

14:56

In the final CRiC bitesize episode, Mike welcomed Dr Noel Dempsey (University Campus of Football Business) to the pod. Besides sharing some of his early experiences as a PhD student, Noel provided an insightful look at his work, particularly looking at the selection box metaphor in coach education and the inspiration drawn from Bernstein's work. We…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Christian Thue Bjørndal 16:50

3M ago16:50

16:50

We are delighted to welcome to the podcast Dr Christian Thue Bjørndal (Norwegian School of Sport Sciences). Christian looked back at his first steps in academia, provided an overview of the work on the dominating discourse on talent pathways in Norway and how talent tends to be represented in everyday conversations. Christian Bjørndal: Website: htt…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Pete Holmes 15:17

3M ago15:17

15:17

It's episode 5 of our CRiC bitesize special episodes and Mike welcomed the very busy Dr Pete Holmes (Nottingham Trent University). Pete was at CRiC to present a poster and a parallel session and in this episode, he brokedown how his work can influence coach education. Enjoy the episode! Dr Pete Holmes Website: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/staff-profiles/s…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Andrew Higham 12:52

3M ago12:52

12:52

Welcome to one more CRiC bitesize episode. This time, Mike chatted with Andrew Higham, PhD student at Sheffield Hallam Student. During the episode, Andrew took us back to his first steps in HE and introduced us to his work on coaches' wellbeing and the use of photo elicitation. Enjoy! Enjoy the episode! Andrew Higham: Website: https://www.shu.ac.uk…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Alex Consterdine 13:53

3M ago13:53

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In this episode of our special CRiC series, Mike sat down with Dr Alex Consterdine (Liverpool John Moores University). Alex previewed her work on precarity, and its implications to a wider coaching field. Enjoy the episode! Dr Alex Consterdine: Website: https://www.ljmu.ac.uk/about-us/staff-profiles/faculty-of-science/sport-and-exercise-sciences/al…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Tom Leeder 13:42

3M ago13:42

13:42

In the second of our special CRiC episodes, Mike welcomed to the podcast Dr Tom Leeder (University of East Anglia). In this episode, Tom shared the work he has been doing with British Orienteering and the impact of the work in coach education. Enjoy the episode! Dr Tom Leeder: https://research-portal.uea.ac.uk/en/persons/thomas-m-leeder CRiC websit…

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CRiC 2024 Bitesize: Dr Han Wool Lee 13:58

3M ago13:58

13:58

The first of our special CRiC episodes is out! Mike welcomed Dr Han Wool Lee (Seoul National University, Cardiff Metropolitan University) to the pod. In this first episode, Han shared the origins of his groundbreaking work on the use of Lefevbre's work in Sports Coaching and implications for coaches. Enjoy the episode! CRiC website: https://cricspo…

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Ep. 19 Calling in Youth Ministry 35:19

3M ago35:19

35:19

This one is for all Youth Ministers. Steve talks about being a youth minister and why he stayed a youth minister all the way to retirement. Steve & Matt as they talk about the rewards and benefits of staying in Youth mInistry.By Matt Coleman

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CRiC 2024 Conference Preview 11:34

3M ago11:34

11:34

The Sports Coaching Hub Podcast is going on the road! We have partnered with the Cluster for Research into Coaching (CRiC) and during the upcoming 6th International CRiC conference, we will be recording a special series of episodes. The podcast team (Manuel Santos, Oli Lum and Mike Castle) gathered in the studio to preview the upcoming conference a…

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"Sustaining the unsustainable" in Sports Coaching with Prof. Robyn Jones and Dr. Charlie Corsby 1:11:55

3M ago1:11:55

1:11:55

In this episode, we welcomed back to the studio Prof. Robyn Jones (Cardiff Metropolitan University) and Dr. Charlie Corsby (Cardiff Metropolitan University). In this episode we discussed their article on sustainability in coaching, that both of our guests authored with Dr. Andy Lane. During the episode, the origins of this study, focus on coaches' …

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Ep. 18 Politics 33:40

4M ago33:40

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Nothing makes people get defensive and upset quite as quickly as politics. In this episode, Matt and Steve don't tell you who to vote for, which party to be part of or even where they stand politically. What they do discuss is what it means to be a Christian in America and what we should do with our right to vote.…

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"Vulnerability and uncertainty" in Sports Coaching with Dr. Charlie Corsby and Dr. Andy Lane 54:28

4M ago54:28

54:28

We are back with season 3! In the first episode of the season, Oli welcomed back to the studio Dr. Charlie Corsby (Cardiff Metropolitan University) and Dr. Andy Lane (Cardiff Metropolitan University). In this episode they discussed their 2023 article: "Contending with vulnerability and uncertainty: what coaches say about coaching." This included a …

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Ep. 17 Moralistic Therapeutic Deism 34:19

4M ago34:19

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Maybe you've never heard the term Moralistic Therapeutic Deism, but maybe you've heard the term "Jesus Take the Wheel!" Especially in America and some of the west, the idea of Christianity has been reduced to "Be a good person, do what makes you happy, and your feelings are what matter more than anything. Basically we sprinkle a little religion int…

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Intel Update 24 1:09:01

4M ago1:09:01

1:09:01

Hello Team and welcome to Intel Update 24! Taking a mid season break and sharing the blooper reel before it gets too big! Thanks to everyone for spending time with us. If you’d like to join us in discussing this incredible series, you can find us on Twitter @theYJfiles, on Facebook @crashingthemode, on Tumblr at theyjfiles.tumblr.com, and on our we…

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Ep. 16 (Ministry) Staying Relevant? 31:50

5M ago31:50

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Matt asks Steve, "How do you stay relevant as you age as a youth minister? or is staying relevant important as a minister?" Great conversation ensues about what it means to stay relevant and how the word is never out of style! Intro Music: Wes Cepin Outro Music: Matt ColemanBy Matt Coleman

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Ep. 15 Finding Joy in Reading Scripture 33:44

5M ago33:44

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While this one could be directed to people who study scripture to preach, teach or lead groups, it's also for anybody. How do we find joy in reading the scripture when it seems to get stale or boring? The guys discuss some of their favorite ways to read and how to fall in love with the Bible all over again. Intro Music: Wes Cepin Outro Music: Matt …

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Episode 83 : Kaerb Ym Traeh! 1:24:16

5M ago1:24:16

1:24:16

Hello team! Welcome to Episode 83 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E13 – Kaerb Ym Traeh! This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: Canary Debrief snuck up on us in this one! The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:12 Mission Briefing – 1:58 Feeling the Aster – 8:…

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Ep. 14 (Marriage) Divorce is not an Option 34:05

5M ago34:05

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In an age of rampant divorce, co-habitation and non-commitment, Steve and Matt talk about the importance of the marriage relationship and committing for the long-term. We do not condemn or browbeat those who have been divorced, but we talk about the importance of the marriage vows and how to stick it through and not only survive, but thrive! Intro …

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Episode 82 : Og Htrof Dna Reuqnoc! 56:43

5M ago56:43

56:43

Hello team! Welcome to Episode 82 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E12 – Og Htrof Dna Reuqnoc! This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: Sweet sweet 16's abound! The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:20 Mission Briefing – 2:41 Feeling the Aster – 6:50 Canary De…

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Game Based Approaches with Dr José Castro and Dr Ruan Jones 1:08:15

6M ago1:08:15

1:08:15

In our season finale, Mike received Dr. Jose Castro (Senior Lecturer in Sport, Physical Education and Health, Cardiff Metropolitan University) and Dr. Ruan Jones (Senior Lecturer in Sport, Physical Education and Health, Cardiff Metropolitan University). We leaned upon our guest's expertise in the topic to discuss a range of matters, including: comm…

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Ep. 13 Anxiety (part 2) 32:06

6M ago32:06

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Continuing the conversation about anxiety and depression, Matt shares his story, and the guys talk through what scripture has to say. Make sure you listen to part 1 first! Intro Music: Wes Cepin Outro Music: Matt ColemanBy Matt Coleman

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Episode 81 : Teg Ydaer! 1:00:47

6M ago1:00:47

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Hello team! Welcome to Episode 81 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E11 – Teg Ydaer! This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: The bloopers are all over the place for this one. The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:18 Mission Briefing – 2:04 Feeling the Aster – …

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Ep. 12 Anxiety (Part 1) 32:13

6M ago32:13

32:13

Anxiety and depression are a modern pandemic. Steve and Matt talk about their family experience with anxiety and the devastating effect it has in our day-to-day lives. This one is really important, so we'll take the time to do this in two parts. Intro Music: Wes Cepin Outro Music: Matt ColemanBy Matt Coleman

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Charming in Coaching with Dr Sofia Santos and Prof Robyn Jones 1:22:28

6M ago1:22:28

1:22:28

Mike welcomed back to the studio Dr Sofia Santos and Prof Robyn Jones. This time, the conversation was centred around their 2022 article on "Charming, influencing and seducing" in coaching. The conversation included a breakdown of how charming is part of the everyday actions of coaches as a mean to get athletes buy-in. (Welsh description will be ad…

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Episode 80 : Nomed Esir! 1:05:29

6M ago1:05:29

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Hello team! Welcome to Episode 80 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E10 – Nomed Esir! This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: That's one epic Fan Service! The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:32 Mission Briefing – 2:23 Feeling the Aster – 5:21 Canary Debrief …

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Ep. 11 - Respecting Elders 31:03

7M ago31:03

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When it comes to raising children, teaching them to respect their elders is crucial in training them how to interact with others in the future. It seems like empathy and understanding are diminished in our culture and we feel like it must begin in the home. As always, start with the end result in mind, and work towards that end. Intro music by Wes …

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Dr Daniel Spencer on Language 1:18:23

7M ago1:18:23

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In this episode, Mike sat down with Dr Daniel Spencer (Lecturer in Sports Coaching, Cardiff Metropolitan University) and returning guest Dr Charlie Corsby (Senior Lecturer in Sports Coaching, Cardiff Metropolitan University). In this episode, they discussed the main findings of Dan's doctoral thesis focused on the language used in the coaching fiel…

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Ep. 10 (Ministry) Youth Ministry overview 30:50

7M ago30:50

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We were at an event and asked youth ministers to ask any question they'd like. One person asked what advice we would give to youth ministers (or any minister) that is just getting started. This sparked a whole brainstorm for us about conversations to have when you're just starting out, or even if you are firmly embedded in the trenches of ministry.…

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Dr Marink Reedijk on Football and Phenomenology 1:08:44

7M ago1:08:44

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Dr Mike Castle interviewed his close friend Dr Marink Reedijk (Anderlecht Football Futures Head Coach). Marink and Mike relived some of their shared experiences as Doctorate in Sport Coaching students. Marink shared his views about how theory has been informing his coaching practice, everyday coaching challenges, problem solving activities in coach…

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Caring in Sports Coaching with Dr Colum Cronin 48:10

8M ago48:10

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We are delighted to welcome Dr Colum Cronin (Reader in Sports Coaching and Physical Education, Liverpool John Moores University). Oli and Mike interviewed Colum on his recent book on Care in Sports Coaching. The interview included a discussion on the use of phenomenological approaches in the study of caring in coaching and the implications of carin…

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Episode 79 : Odnu! 1:00:17

7M ago1:00:17

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Hello team! Welcome to Episode 79 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E09 – Odnu! This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: Time for more magic than you can shake a wand at! The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:23 Mission Briefing – 2:20 Feeling the Aster – 6:18 …

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Ep 9 - Romance 32:18

8M ago32:18

32:18

We are by no means experts in romance, but thi sis an important part of the marriage relationship. We're not talking about sex; we're talking about intimacy, which is a completely different concept. Join Matt and Steve as they talk about why it's important, and even some practical steps to keep romance alive in your marriage. Intro music by Wes Cep…

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The theory-practice divide with Prof Robyn Jones, Dr Charles Corsby and Dr Gethin Thomas 1:20:06

8M ago1:20:06

1:20:06

In the first episode of season 2, Mike chats with returning guests Prof. Robyn Jones, Dr. Gethin Thomas and Dr. Charlie Corsby about their 2023 paper ‘Bordering, Connecting, and Dispelling within Sports Coaching: Erasing the Practitioner–Scholar Divide’. Here, they discuss traditional views about theory and practice, coaches anti-intellectualism an…

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Episode 78 : I Know Why the Caged Cat Sings 40:40

8M ago40:40

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Hello team! Welcome to Episode 78 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E08 – I Know Why the Caged Cat Sings. This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: The heaviest of episodes to be sure. The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:20 Mission Briefing – 2:03 Feeling the …

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Ep 8 Stop Being Your Child's Friend 34:02

8M ago34:02

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Being a parent is a difficult job. We want what's best for our children, but sometimes we just want to be liked! The problem is, that when you decide to be your child's friend, you can cause great damage to the relationship you have with your children. What's more important, having a child that likes you, or having a great relationship with your ch…

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Episode 77 : The Lady, or the Tigress? 52:03

8M ago52:03

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Hello team! Welcome to Episode 77 of Whelmed and our discussion of S04E07 – The Lady, or the Tigress? This is a really great episode of the show and there's a lot to talk about, so let's get to it! Producer’s note: How could we not pick that clip!? The episode segments are as follows: Hello Megan - 1:18 Mission Briefing – 1:58 Feeling the Aster – 5…

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